Overview
▼ What is JEE Advanced Exam?
The Joint Entrance Examination (Advanced), commonly known as JEE Advanced, is a national-level competitive entrance examination that serves as the gateway for admission to undergraduate engineering, science, and architecture programmes at India’s most prestigious Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs). It is widely regarded as one of the most challenging undergraduate entrance examinations in the world.
JEE Advanced is conducted jointly by the seven zonal coordinating IITs — IIT Kharagpur, IIT Kanpur, IIT Madras, IIT Delhi, IIT Bombay, IIT Guwahati, and IIT Roorkee — on a rotational basis, under the guidance of the Joint Admission Board (JAB). For the year 2026, IIT Roorkee is the organising institute. The examination is held once a year in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode.
Only candidates who qualify JEE Main and rank among the top 2,50,000 in Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech) are eligible to appear for JEE Advanced. The exam consists of two compulsory papers — Paper 1 and Paper 2 — both conducted on the same day in two separate shifts. Successful candidates are eligible for admission to B.Tech, B.S., B.Arch, Integrated M.Sc., Integrated M.Tech, and Dual Degree programmes at 23 IITs and other premier institutions such as IISc Bangalore, IIST, IIPE, and RGIPT. Seat allocation is carried out through the Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) counselling process.
▼ JEE Advanced 2026 Highlights
The table below provides a concise overview of the key features and parameters of the JEE Advanced 2026 examination:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Exam Name | Joint Entrance Examination (Advanced) |
| Short Exam Name | JEE Advanced |
| Governing Body | IIT Council / Joint Admission Board (JAB) |
| Organising Institute (2026) | Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee |
| Exam Level | National Level Entrance Test |
| Frequency of Conduct | Once a year |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) — Online |
| Papers | Paper 1 and Paper 2 (both compulsory) |
| Subjects | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
| Medium of Examination | English & Hindi |
| Exam Date | 17 May 2026 (Sunday) |
| Paper 1 Timing | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Noon) |
| Paper 2 Timing | 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM |
| Exam Duration | 3 hours per paper |
| Registration Dates | 23 April 2026 (10:00 AM) to 02 May 2026 |
| Eligibility | Top 2,50,000 JEE Main 2026 qualifiers (Paper 1) |
| No. of Attempts Allowed | 2 attempts in 2 consecutive years |
| Total Questions (per paper) | 51 questions (102 total across both papers) |
| Total Marks (per paper) | 180 marks (360 marks total) |
| Expected Seat Intake | ∼18,200 seats across 23 IITs |
| Participating Institutions | 23 IITs + IISc Bangalore, IIST, IIPE, RGIPT |
| Official Website | jeeadv.ac.in |
▼ JEE Advanced 2026 Important Dates
The following table lists all key dates and deadlines for JEE Advanced 2026 as officially announced by IIT Roorkee on jeeadv.ac.in. Candidates are advised to note these dates carefully and plan their preparation accordingly.
| Event | Date / Timeline |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Opens (Foreign National & OCI/PIO Candidates) | 6 April 2026, 10:00 AM IST |
| Online Registration Opens (JEE Main 2026 Qualified Candidates) | 23 April 2026, 10:00 AM IST |
| Registration Closes | 2 May 2026, 23:59 IST |
| Last Date for Application Fee Payment | 4 May 2026, 23:59 IST |
| Last Date for PwD Candidates to Meet Panel of Scribes | 16 May 2026 |
| Admit Card Available for Download | 11 May 2026 (10:00 AM) – 17 May 2026 (2:30 PM) |
| JEE Advanced 2026 Exam Date | 17 May 2026 (Sunday) | Paper 1: 9:00 AM–12:00 PM | Paper 2: 2:30 PM–5:30 PM |
| Candidate Response Copy Available Online | 21 May 2026, 17:00 IST |
| Provisional Answer Key Released | 25 May 2026, 10:00 AM IST |
| Candidate Feedback / Objection Window | 25 May 2026 (10:00 AM) – 26 May 2026 (17:00 PM) |
| Final Answer Key Released | 1 June 2026, 10:00 AM IST |
| JEE Advanced 2026 Result Declared | 1 June 2026, 10:00 AM IST |
| JEE Advanced AAT 2026 Registration Opens | 6 April 2026 (tentative) |
| JoSAA Counselling Begins | June 2026 (tentative) |
▼ JEE Advanced 2026 Eligibility Criteria
The JEE Advanced 2026 eligibility criteria have been officially released by IIT Roorkee. Candidates must fulfil all five of the following criteria to be eligible to appear for the examination. Candidates found ineligible will be disqualified from the admission process.
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| 1. Performance in JEE Main 2026 | Candidates must be among the top 2,50,000 rank holders in JEE Main 2026 Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech) across all categories. Category-wise distribution: OPEN — 40.5%, GEN-EWS — 10%, OBC-NCL — 27%, SC — 15%, ST — 7.5%. |
| 2. Age Limit | Candidates must have been born on or after 1 October 2001 (General/EWS/OBC-NCL). A relaxation of 5 years is provided to SC, ST, and PwD candidates — they must have been born on or after 1 October 1996. |
| 3. Number of Attempts | A candidate may attempt JEE Advanced a maximum of two times, in two consecutive years. Candidates who appeared in JEE Advanced 2025 for the first time are eligible for JEE Advanced 2026. |
| 4. Class 12 / Qualifying Examination | Candidates must have appeared in Class 12 (or equivalent) examination for the first time in 2025 or 2026, with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects. Candidates who first appeared in Class 12 in 2024 or earlier are NOT eligible. |
| 5. Earlier Admission at IITs | Candidates who have previously been admitted to any IIT (regardless of whether they continued the programme, cancelled admission, or merely accepted a seat by reporting at the centre) are NOT eligible to appear for JEE Advanced 2026. |
▼ JEE Advanced 2026 Application Form and Registration Process
The JEE Advanced 2026 application form will be available on the official website jeeadv.ac.in from 23 April 2026 at 10:00 AM IST. Only candidates who qualify JEE Main 2026 and are among the top 2,50,000 rank holders are eligible to register. The entire registration process is conducted online.
Login with JEE Main Credentials
Visit jeeadv.ac.in and log in using your JEE Main 2026 roll number, password, and security pin. Your personal details will be auto-populated from JEE Main records.
Fill Personal & Academic Details
Enter personal information (name, parents’ names, contact details, address) and choose up to eight preferred exam cities in order of preference.
Upload Required Documents
Upload scanned copies of: Class X certificate/Birth Certificate, Class XII certificate, Category certificate (if applicable), PwD certificate, OCI/PIO card, and passport-size photo & signature.
Pay Application Fee
Pay the registration fee online via net banking, credit/debit card, or offline via SBI cash deposit. The last date for fee payment is 4 May 2026.
Submit & Print Confirmation
Review all details carefully, submit the application form, and print the confirmation page for future reference. Keep this page safe until the admission process concludes.
Download Admit Card
The admit card will be available for download from 11 May 2026 on the official website. Carry the admit card and a valid photo ID to the exam centre.
Documents Required at the Exam Centre
- JEE Advanced 2026 Admit Card (printed)
- Valid Photo Identity Proof (Aadhaar card, passport, driving licence, or any government-issued ID)
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- PwD certificate (if applicable)
▼ JEE Advanced 2026 Application Fees
The JEE Advanced 2026 registration fee has been officially announced. The fee varies by candidate category and nationality. Payment can be made online (net banking, credit/debit card) or offline (cash deposit via SBI). The last date to pay the application fee is 4 May 2026 (23:59 IST).
| Candidate Category | Sub-Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Nationals | Female Candidates (all categories) | ₹ 1,600 |
| SC, ST, and PwD Candidates | ₹ 1,600 | |
| All Other Candidates (General / EWS / OBC-NCL Male) | ₹ 3,200 | |
| OCI / PIO Card Holders | Female Candidates (GEN and GEN-PwD) & OPEN (GEN-PwD) | ₹ 1,600 |
| OPEN (GEN) — Male | ₹ 3,200 | |
| Foreign Nationals | Candidates Residing in SAARC Countries | USD 100 |
| Candidates Residing in Non-SAARC Countries | USD 200 |
▼ JEE Advanced 2026 Exam Pattern
IIT Roorkee has officially confirmed that the exam pattern for JEE Advanced 2026 will remain the same as in previous years. The examination consists of two compulsory papers — Paper 1 and Paper 2 — both conducted on the same day in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. Each paper tests three subjects: Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
Overall Exam Pattern Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Examination Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) — Online |
| Number of Papers | Two (Paper 1 and Paper 2) — both compulsory |
| Exam Day | Both papers on the same day (17 May 2026) |
| Duration per Paper | 3 hours (180 minutes) |
| Paper 1 Timing | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Noon) |
| Paper 2 Timing | 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM |
| Subjects | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics (in each paper) |
| Total Questions (approx.) | ∼51 questions per paper (102 total) |
| Total Marks per Paper | 180 marks (Physics: 60 + Chemistry: 60 + Mathematics: 60) |
| Total Marks (both papers) | 360 marks |
| Medium of Examination | English and Hindi (bilingual) |
| Nature of Questions | MCQs (single correct), MSQs (one or more correct), Numerical Answer Type (NAT), Matching List Questions |
| Sections per Subject | Each subject divided into 3 sections with different question types and marking schemes |
| Negative Marking | Applicable for MCQs and MSQs; no negative marking for NAT questions |
| Partial Marking | Applicable for MSQs (Multiple Select Questions with more than one correct answer) |
Marking Scheme by Question Type
| Question Type | Description | Marking Scheme |
|---|---|---|
| MCQ (Single Correct) | Only one option is correct out of four choices | +3 for correct; −1 for incorrect; 0 for unattempted |
| MSQ (Multiple Select) | One or more options may be correct; partial marks awarded | +4 (full) for all correct; partial marks for partial correct; −2 for incorrect; 0 for unattempted |
| NAT (Numerical Answer Type) | Answer is a numerical value entered via on-screen keypad | +4 for correct; 0 for incorrect (no negative marking) |
| Matching List | Match items from two columns; only one combination is correct | +3 for correct; −1 for incorrect; 0 for unattempted |